Best Woodwind Podcasts (2024)

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Idyllwild Arts Alumni: Jacob Scesney, Critically-Acclaimed Woodwind Specialist for “American Idol” & “The Voice” 34:18

15d ago34:18

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Jacob is a critically-acclaimed woodwind specialist with over 50 chart-topping credits alongside his returning roll as on call saxophonist for “American Idol” & “The Voice” for the past 7 years. Jacob's career spans over a decade, with performances at iconic venues like Wembley Stadium, Crypto.com Arena, Red Rocks, and more. He recently contributed…

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Idyllwild Arts Alumni: Marisa Hamamoto, Named to People Magazine’s “Women Changing the World.” 40:28

1d ago40:28

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Marisa Hamamoto is a graduate of Idyllwild Arts Academy, and the first professional dancer to be named to People Magazine's “Women Changing the World.” She is a leading authority on disability inclusion and building a culture of belonging, Marisa has been named LinkedIn Top Voice, and has been featured on "Good Morning America", "NBC Today", amongs…

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Professional Brass Emulation Tips 1:06:50

2d ago1:06:50

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 6 Can brass instruments come alive through digital wind controllers? Discover the secrets behind flawless brass emulations in our latest episode with experts Matt Traum and Alistair Parnell. We present a range of brass patches, from lead trumpet to tuba, and delve into the nuances of layering these sounds for a riche…

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Emma Garschagen // From Apprentice to Entrepreneur 1:10:05

3d ago1:10:05

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Our own Emma Garschagen, co-host of ON THE WIND, former ICEBEAR & FALKEN First Mate and now entrepreneur joins me on todays show to talk about her evolution as a sailor since she joined 59º North. Emma started with us as an apprentice, took over as Chief First Mate for Mia when she was pregnant with Axel and has now gone on to start her own busines…

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Idyllwild Arts Alumni: Audrey Carver, Curator for the 2023 San Diego Climate Summit 17:01

8d ago17:01

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Audrey Carver is a multidisciplinary artist originally from Idyllwild, CA. She graduated summa cum laude from Tufts University in 2022, with a self-designed major in Scientific Communication. She has had both solo and group expositions in Cuenca (kwen - ca), Ecuador, Palm Springs, Idyllwild, San Diego, and Boston. She has worked as an artist-in-res…

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Webinars And Seminars 6:18

10d ago6:18

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People have been dreaming of teleportation for generations. In this episode, we encourage you to explore more of the world of recorders, without asking you to reach for your hiking boots... The only thing you need is an interest in one of the most important woodwind instruments on Earth.By Estelle Langthorne

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Matt Rutherford // Shootin' the Shit Onboard MARIE THARPE 1:07:38

11d ago1:07:38

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Friend of the podcast and legendary sailor Matt Rutherford returns to the show to shoot the shit aboard his schooner MARIE THARPE. Matt hosted a small gathering of friends in Annapolis back in April aboard his boat, and we got warmed up by getting out the mics and mixing it up at the salon table down below on a rainy, chilly day. Matt was sipping t…

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133-Animals and Music Pt.2 57:38

15d ago57:38

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We, at Music Student 101, believe that music is truly a common language! We wonder how it effects our animal friends. We wonder if some form of music exists among our animal friends. Join us as we discuss elephants, rodents, bats, crocodiles and mosquitoes!By Burns/Phillips

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Idyllwild Arts Alumni: Andre Real, "Spirit of the Jimmys" Award-Winner 20:58

23d ago20:58

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At Idyllwild Arts Academy, we have the privilege of watching our talented students soar to new heights. Musical Theatre major Omar Andre Real did just that—and on a Broadway stage—at the 2023 Jimmy Awards, a renowned national theatre competition known as “the Tonys for teenagers.” Performing on behalf of Idyllwild Arts among 95 other student nomine…

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Idyllwild Arts Alumni: Estefania Gonzalez, Soloist, Teatro de la Ciudad, Playa Del Carmen 22:43

1M ago22:43

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Tryana, an 18-year-old daydreamer, songwriter, and performing artist, recently graduated from the Idyllwild Arts Academy with the class of 2024. From the age of 8, she's been honing her craft, taking piano lessons and immersing herself in the musical theater community. Her love for diverse genres, including Mexican music, Italian anthologies, pop, …

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The Sun Recorder 8:00

1M ago8:00

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Anyone looking to introduce children to music using wind instruments should know about the Sun recorder. Recorder maker Estelle Langthorne describes the concept, the construction methods, and reveals little secrets about the instrument. Teachers should definitely have a listen.By Estelle Langthorne

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The Engelberger Five-Tone Recorder 8:58

1M ago8:58

8:58

This episode is a must for teachers in early music education, Waldorf kindergartens and Waldorf schools. Introducing children to music with a wind instrument? The experienced teacher Dorothea Hahn has found a simple and child-orientated way to introduce children to the recorder. Realised through the intelligent construction from recorder maker Joac…

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Disinfecting A Recorder 6:48

1M ago6:48

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How can a recorder be disinfected? Which methods help against viruses, bacteria, moulds and fungal spores? Which ones should you use and which not? We talk about the advantages and disadvantages of various methods, and when they can be used.By Estelle Langthorne

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132-Schenkerian Analysis Pt.1 1:20:26

2M ago1:20:26

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Schenkerian analysis is a deeper dive into the sea of theory discussions we've had so far. In this episode, we will merely dip our toes into this counterpoint based system. Get ready for another perspective of how classical music works!By Burns/Phillips

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Avantgarde - The clever contrabass 6:07

2M ago6:07

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Introducing the new ‘Avantgarde’ contrabass recorder. This clever instrument from Kunath Instrumentenbau breaks new ground in many areas, and fulfils the wishes of its eager players. Pleasant playing, easy transport and more... listen here to find out more.By Estelle Langthorne

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Expressive Synthesis with Guest Dr. Tom Rhea 1:32:42

2M ago1:32:42

1:32:42

Send us a Text Message. Episode 5 Embark on a sonic exploration with Dr. Tom Rhea, a luminary in the field of electronic music, as we navigate the rich tapestry of musical innovation. From his formative years mastering the flutophone to revolutionizing synthesizer manuals, Dr. Rhea's insights are a treasure trove for enthusiasts and professionals a…

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Heather Thomas // MAIDEN Skipper & OGR Winner 1:13:21

2M ago1:13:21

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Skipper Heather Thomas recently won the inaugural Ocean Globe Race aboard the iconic yacht MAIDEN. The crew made history again by becoming the first all-female crew to win a round-the-world race! At 27, Heather was the youngest skipper in this race and one of two female skippers. Emma and Heather talked about leadership, confidence, navigation and …

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Tuning 3 - From German to Baroque 14:27

2M ago14:27

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Can I retune a recorder myself? What do I have to bear in mind, and which tools do I need? Building on the last two episodes, we discuss working upon the tone holes and describe the process of changing an instrument from the German to the Baroque fingering system. You can refine your search for recorder fingering charts by both model type and maker…

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Kristoffer Appelquist // 'Över Atlanten' TV Show 1:14:31

2M ago1:14:31

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Comedian Kristoffer Appelquist returns to the podcast to talk about his first trans-Atlantic passage with the Swedish reality TV show 'Över Atlanten.' Now in it's 6th season, the show — which puts celebrities onboard a big Swan with Whitbread skipper Gunnar Kranz for an Atlantic crossing — has become a huge hit. Kristoffer, Mia and I talk about how…

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August Sandberg // ISBJØRN Refit 1:17:29

2M ago1:17:29

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August Sandberg is the owner and skipper of our beloved Swan 48 ISBJØRN, which has sailed over 60,000 miles since the beginning of 59º North. August lives outside Bergen, Norway, where the boat is now based, and recently finished overseeing a second major refit, which we had done at Vindö Marin on the west coast of Sweden on the famed boatbuilding …

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131-Melodic Dictation Pt.7-Phrygian Mode 1:42:08

3M ago1:42:08

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Melodic dictation, the act of transcribing and notating a melody by ear, is a crucial skill for a musician to cultivate. In this episode, we will focus on the ever exotic Phrygian mode. Let's listen!By Burns/Phillips

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Suzanne Heywood // Wavewalker: Breaking Free 1:06:18

3M ago1:06:18

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Suzanne Heywood was raised on a sailboat. What started as a three year circumnavigation with her family turned into a decade of living aboard, sailing, and struggling to get an education. Suzanne's book, 'Wavewalker,' tells the story of that voyage. In this episode, Emma and Suzanne talk about 'Wavewalker,' Suzanne's relationship to sailing now, an…

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Alex Laline // Clipper Round The World Skipper 1:12:30

3M ago1:12:30

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Alex Laline is a lifelong sailor and one of our full-time staff at 59º North. Growing up in a multinational family, he sailed dinghies as a kid in the UK, Spain and Indonesia, then got inspired to sail around the world when he saw an ad for the Clipper Round the World Race. As a teenager he saved all his money and joined Clipper as a paying crewmem…

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Lutz Kohne // Golden Globe Manager turned Racer 1:10:57

3M ago1:10:57

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Sailing was never a part of Lutz Kohne’s life growing up — it hit him square in the face as an adult, and completely changed his trajectory. He has since worked as a professional skipper, as Race Director for the OGR and the GGR, and he is now preparing to set sail himself, around the world, solo, retro and unassisted as a participant in the Golden…

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Professional Woodwind Emulation Tips 1:19:04

3M ago1:19:04

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 004 Ever wondered how the breathy whispers of a tenor sax or the rich depth of an English horn can be recreated using technology? Join us as we, Matt Traum and Alistair Parnell, unveil the secrets behind the expressive possibilities of woodwind emulations on the Aerophone Academy podcast. Get ready to encounter the i…

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Henry Mickel & Bayley Richardson // Sailing REVELRY Home to Oz 1:12:50

3M ago1:12:50

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Henry Mickle & Bayley Richardson are self-described "Mates from the Land Down Under", cruising around the world in an old Beneteau. These two twenty-something friends made a pact, worked their asses off, saved their money, bought a boat and are living the dream — figuring it out as they go, but with knowledge and experience earned from working prof…

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130-Listener Compositions Pt.7 1:47:34

4M ago1:47:34

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It is time for our 7th Listener Compositions episode. So let's enjoy the talents of our listeners! This episode will feature the original music of Fred Lancia, Mark Christie, Evan Bjork, Tom Richardson, Nikita Menkov and Devin Montes.By Burns/Phillips

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Jojo Pickering // From the Sea to the Theatre & Back Again 57:39

4M ago57:39

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Jojo Pickering grew up with sailing as a central part of her life, vagabonding on the high seas with her family and sailing from Africa to the UK. As she got older, she spent more time ashore, starting a traveling theatre company with her husband and kids and bouncing around the UK, France and Spain. But the sea called her back — she recently compl…

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Liz Wardley // A Sailor Smashing Records in the Worlds Toughest Row 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

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Sailor, kitesurfer, and paddler Liz Wardley returns to the show to talk with Emma about her record-breaking row across the Atlantic. She completed the World's Toughest Row at the end of January after 44 days at sea. She beat the previous record by 15 days. Liz has competed many times in The Ocean Race and was last on the podcast in 2019 when she wa…

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How to tune a recorder 2? 7:08

4M ago7:08

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Continuing our talk on tuning, we examine the properties of the tone holes and their effect upon our sound. Ergonomics, player's technique and keys are also discussed.By Estelle Langthorne

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Capt. Jennifer Kaye // Schooner WOODWIND & Trans-Atlantic on FALKEN 1:04:08

4M ago1:04:08

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Capt. Jen of Schooner WOODWIND returns to the podcast after having just sailed with Andy aboard FALKEN on the 2,100 mile passage across the Atlantic! Jen and Andy reflect on Jen's first big ocean crossing and what it was like to leave the wintry Chesapeake Bay for tropical Tradewind sailing. They also talk about challenges of running a small busine…

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129-Perfect Pitch 1:04:37

5M ago1:04:37

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One out of every 10,000 people have absolute pitch (a.k.a perfect pitch). Many more, epecially musicians, wish they could have it. It's time to discuss this phenomenon and how it differs from relative pitch!By Burns/Phillips

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Wind Synth Fingering Options 1:11:34

5M ago1:11:34

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 003 We've all experienced the challenge of mastering new instruments, and wind controllers are no exception, offering a plethora of fingering systems to suit any player. From standardised saxophone and EWI fingerings to the customisable fingerings that streamline playability, this episode peels back the layers of com…

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How to tune a recorder? 8:47

5M ago8:47

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Tuning is one of the most crucial aspects of recorder making and playing. In this episode, the first of two upon this topic, we will discuss the properties of a recorder that can influence its tuning. The length, the bore and the size of the window all play their part in the creation of a recorder's sound.…

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Overview of Aerophone Models and Sound Packs 1:04:03

5M ago1:04:03

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 002 Join us for a closer look at the history of the Roland Aerophone and range of Aerophone models- from its initial launch, to the groundbreaking updates that have transformed it into a formidable musical force. We reminisce about its inception, the excitement of new technical features, and how it stands today as a …

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Microphones 7:37

5M ago7:37

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As is so often the case in mixed-ensemble performances, the most beautiful recorder-playing, even the most animated, is acoustically restrained. Bass and lower recorders in particular struggle to form the desired sonorous foundation. So what can be done? Today we are therefore going to take a look at the different types of microphones. Primarily, o…

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Emily Caruso // Pro Sailor & Empathetic Leader 1:06:06

5M ago1:06:06

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Emily Caruso has spent 18 years and counting as a professional sailor, though only first learning about the sport in her late 20s. Growing up in the countryside in England, Emily had an epiphany one day during a weekend sailing excursion and hasn't looked back since. Andy & Emily sat down in person onboard FALKEN in Cape Verde to talk about her car…

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Jens Joachim Hiorth // Tall Ship Captain 1:05:54

6M ago1:05:54

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Jens Joachim Hiorth is the Captain of the Statsraad Lehmkuhl, the largest and oldest tall ship in Norway. The ship recently completed a circumnaivation around the great capes. August joined the Captain onboard the ship for a conversation on the particulars of running such a large ship on the high seas. Website: https://lehmkuhl.no -- If you liked t…

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128-Form and Analysis Pt.5-Baroque Forms 1:23:23

6M ago1:23:23

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Continuing our discussion from Ep.114, we will now focus on some of the more widely known forms of the Baroque period (1600-1750 CE). We will discuss the church and chamber sonatas, the French overture, the dance suites and the fugue, just to name a few.By Burns/Phillips

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Welcome to the Aerophone Academy Podcast 59:49

6M ago59:49

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Send us a Text Message. Episode 001 Join Matt Traum and Alistair Parnell, as we lift the curtain on the wonderful world of wind controllers in our debut Aerophone Academy podcast. Wrap your ears around the technological evolution and expressive potential of wind controllers, a fascinating fusion of tradition and innovation. We unravel the intricate…

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The Block 11:10

6M ago11:10

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Today's episode is about the block – perhaps the most crucial part of the recorder. Traditionally recorder makers use wood for the block, but often utilise a different type of wood than for the rest of the instrument. To understand why, let's take a closer look at the nature of wood. An episode you shouldn't miss!…

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Bill Strassberg // The Viking Route 1:18:23

6M ago1:18:23

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Bill Strassberg literally wrote the book on the Viking Route, authoring the latest edition of the Cruising Club of America's guide to the far northern route across the Atlantic. Andy first got in touch with Bill when researching FALKEN's Greenland passage last summer and caught up with him late last year for the podcast. We talked about Bill's cust…

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Because we love it! 5:28

6M ago5:28

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Why make a podcast about the recorder? Because we love the instrument and exploration of its secrets may be more complicated than searching for the Holy Grail. This podcast was created out of a desire to share information, and perhaps a few secrets, about this enigmatic instrument.By Estelle Langthorne

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Cosima Franchini // Yacht Captain & Business Owner 1:06:11

6M ago1:06:11

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Cosima grew up on the Puget Sound where her family nurtured a love of sailing and old classic boats. In college she worked on tall ships in the PNW but eventually she landed on the east coast where she found a community of friends who worked on private classic yachts. She spent her twenties pursuing positions and racing aboard big rig schooners and…

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